Travel between Normandy and England on the Transmanche

Did you know that you can travel to England from Normandy in a just a few hours? See you in Dieppe and Newhaven for a new adventure... 

Think about the Transmanche if you want to discover Normandy, the home of the impressionists, or head off for a very British experience! 

Cross the channel for a pleasant and relaxing holiday 

Set off for a relaxing holiday! The Dieppe-Newhaven ferry route is financed by the Seine-Maritime Department; it runs two ferry boats providing daily trouble-free crossings between France and England. 

In just a few hours (four to be precise), you can set foot in a different country after crossing the channel on one of our classy cruise-ship like ferries. Each ship has cabins, lounges, games room, panoramic bar, cafeteria, shop and outdoor decks.

The Transmanche extra: you can travel with or without the car and even bring your bike on-board. This could be handy for those of you who fancy a bit of sport or adventure on the London-Paris Greenway®.

Visit Normandy with the Transmanche

The Transmanche is an ideal way to get away to Impressive Normandy for a weekend or a longer break.

Welcome to Dieppe, one of the Côte d’Albâtre’s most well-known coastal resorts. Dieppe is only 2 hours from Paris, it is a lively city in which you can stroll along the water-front, enjoy local specialities or wander through its city-centre. Visit the Dieppe Château-Museum. This symbolic cliff-top site is deeply symbolic of the city and its medieval past. Take the time to enjoy the view when you get to the top... Isn’t it impressive? 

Are you here for a few days? Travel along the Côte d’Albâtre and discover some other choice sites such as Veules-les-Roses, Saint-Valery-en-Caux or Saint-Pierre-en-Port. Then head inland and visit the famous Normandy countryside with its fields, dairy cows and expansive landscapes.

Discover England with the Transmanche

Set sail from Dieppe with the Transmanche on a voyage of discovery to the country of fish and chips and afternoon tea. When you get to the Newhaven ferry terminal, you will find various modes of public transport, including trains and buses, waiting for you.  

What to do in Newhaven? Head to Brighton, one of the most famous British seaside resorts, with its famous pier, and enjoy some quality time in the typical English villages of the south coast. Would you like to visit London? You can get there from Newhaven by train, there’s just one change. London Eye, Madame Tussaud’s wax museum, Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben... All the unmissable sites are waiting for you!

You can book your return journey via Transmanche here!

Nearby accommodation

La Villa Castel

The bedrooms are located in an old Anglo-Norman property, fully renovated, below the Castle of Dieppe and offer a view of the castle. The beach is les...

Hôtel Windsor

Ideally located opposite the sea, from the balcony of a bedroom or from the restaurant, it has pride of place.

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A restful weekend in Dieppe

Set off for a gastronomic break in Dieppe.

Set off to discover Dieppe and all of its special flavours. The fish market, tea room, grocers and local produce are all waiting for you. A chance to visit the town and go for a boat trip before relaxing in the “Les Arcades” hotel.

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Other places
to visit in the area

The Dieppe Château-Museum
The Dieppe Château-Museum